Global Poverty Reduction Slows Sharply, Raising Concerns Over Long-Term Development Momentum
Washington, D.C. — Global efforts to reduce extreme poverty are losing momentum at a pace not seen in decades, according...
Coal Makes an Unexpected Comeback as Energy Security Concerns Reshape Global Transition
COAL Washington, D.C. — Coal, long considered a declining pillar of the global energy system, is experiencing an unexpected resurgence...
The “Missing Rich” Illusion: New Evidence Suggests Global Inequality May Be Significantly Underestimated
Washington, D.C. — A growing debate in global economics is challenging how inequality is measured, with new analytical models suggesting...
Global Nutrition Gap Persists as 2.6 Billion People Still Cannot Afford a Healthy Diet
Washington, D.C. — Despite gradual improvements in global food security, a new joint analysis by the World Bank Group and...
Global Financial Access Expands in Developing Nations as Gender Gap Reaches Record Low
Washington, D.C. — Financial inclusion across developing economies has made remarkable progress over the past decade, with millions of people...
WHO Calls for Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
The World Health Organization (WHO) has renewed its call for the responsible and ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) in...
Retrograde July 2026: Planetary Motion, Science, and Popular Astrology Interest
July 2026 is being widely discussed online as a “Retrograde July,” mainly due to multiple planets entering apparent retrograde motion...
WHO Highlights Life-Saving Impact of Malaria Vaccine as African Immunization Efforts Expand
The World Health Organization (WHO) has highlighted encouraging new evidence showing that malaria vaccination is helping protect children from one...
Taiwan–Italy Dialogue Strengthens as Parliamentary Engagement Expands
During a recent visit to Italy, Taiwanese representatives held discussions with members of parliament and supporters of Taiwan, focusing on...
Scientists Discover Unexpected Global Symmetry in Earth’s Reflection of Sunlight
A team of researchers has uncovered an intriguing feature of Earth's climate system after analyzing more than two decades of...
OPEC Releases Key Messages of World Oil Outlook 2026 in 10 Languages
The latest highlights from the World Oil Outlook 2026 have been published in a multilingual format, expanding global access to...
World Bank Forecasts Global Growth at 2.5% in 2026 Amid Rising Economic Uncertainty
The World Bank has projected that the global economy will grow by 2.5% in 2026, signaling a period of moderate...
The International Criminal Court Begins Operations: A New Era for Global Justice
On 1 July 2002, the International Criminal Court (ICC) officially began its work after the Rome Statute entered into force....
World Bank Shifts Climate Lending Strategy, Moves Away from Fixed 45% Funding Target
The World Bank has announced a significant change in the way it approaches climate-related financing, deciding to discontinue its target...
Burundi’s Independence: The Birth of a Sovereign Nation in East Africa
On 1 July 1962, Burundi officially gained independence from Belgium, ending decades of colonial administration and becoming a sovereign state....
International Chicken Wing Day 2026: Celebrating One of the World’s Most Popular Comfort Foods
Every year on July 1, food lovers celebrate International Chicken Wing Day, an unofficial culinary observance dedicated to one of...
Rwanda’s Independence: A Historic Milestone in Africa’s Journey to Self-Rule
On 1 July 1962, Rwanda officially gained independence from Belgium, ending decades of colonial administration and becoming a sovereign nation....
International Fruit Day 2026: A Global Reminder That Healthy Living Begins with Nature
July 1 is observed as International Fruit Day, a global occasion that encourages people to embrace healthier eating habits by...
Hong Kong Returns to China: A Historic Transfer That Reshaped Asia
On 1 July 1997, one of the most significant political transitions of the 20th century took place when Hong Kong...
Ukraine Accelerates Winter Energy Strategy as Government Strengthens Fuel Security and Infrastructure
Kyiv, Ukraine: As Ukraine prepares for another challenging winter amid the ongoing war, the government is intensifying efforts to secure...